RANGASWAMY AKHANDA CHINTAPATLA M.D
NPI 1003131640
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Kennewick, WA

Q: What is Rangaswamy Chintapatla's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rangaswamy Chintapatla is 1003131640. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2010.

Q: What is Rangaswamy Chintapatla's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Active since April 06, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

71.93/100

CMS Quality Rating

7350 W DESCHUTES AVE STE B103, KENNEWICK, WA 99336(509) 783-0144(509) 783-8244 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 29, 2021, Mar 1, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Rangaswamy Akhanda Chintapatla M.d NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RANGASWAMY AKHANDA CHINTAPATLA M.D (NPI 1003131640) is an individual medical oncology provider in Kennewick, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60455869) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Good Shepherd Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003131640

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X

Provider Legal NameRANGASWAMY AKHANDA CHINTAPATLACredential: M.D

Location Address7350 W DESCHUTES AVE STE B103Kennewick, WA 99336-7802

Mailing Address550 Gage Blvd Ste 101Richland, WA 99352-9532 · (509) 942-3627 · Fax (509) 627-2983

Phone(509) 783-0144

Fax(509) 783-8244

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateApril 6, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 29, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 29, 2021

✔ NPI 1003131640 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RX0202X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60455869

Definition

An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD60455869 (WA)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · HematologyTaxonomy 207RH0000X · License MD60455869 (WA)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyTaxonomy 207RH0003X · License MD60455869 (WA)

7350 W DESCHUTES AVE STE B103, Kennewick, WA 99336

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Rangaswamy Akhanda Chintapatla M.d is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID42334237

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140604001585

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Rangaswamy Chintapatla reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Kadlec Regional Medical Center

1.7 mi

Orthopaedic Surgery

1351 FOWLER ST
Richland, WA 99352

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
454 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1194263608 (509) 946-1654

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

996 services388 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

237 services124 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

108 services41 patients

Collection of blood sample from implanted device 36591

Collection of a blood sample from an implanted device involves drawing blood from a device placed under your skin. This device, often a port or catheter, allows easy access to your bloodstream. The procedure is usually quick and causes minimal discomfort.

92 services38 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

62 services62 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Good Shepherd Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hermiston, OR

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number381325

Location610 NW 11th StreetHermiston, OR 97838 · Umatilla County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence St Mary Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Walla Walla, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500002

Location401 W Poplar StWalla Walla, WA 99362 · Walla Walla County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Yakima Valley Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · Yakima, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500036

Location2811 Tieton DriveYakima, WA 98902 · Yakima County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richland, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500058

Location888 Swift BlvdRichland, WA 99352 · Benton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prosser Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Prosser, WA

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number501312

Location723 Memorial StreetProsser, WA 99350 · Benton County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99336 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$172.80 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $43.20 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$100.78 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

71.93/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

90.53

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg J8521

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

2 suppliers13 claims764 services$0.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Temozolomide, oral, 5 mg J8700

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX000N

2 suppliers18 claims1,826 services$0.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

3 suppliers25 claims25 services$19.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

2 suppliers26 claims47 services$12.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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